Problems of style
Alois Riegl
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Problems of style
by Alois Riegl
Published
1992
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Pages
406
ISBN-10
0807117064
Description
"Written at the height of the arts and crafts movement in fin-de-siecle Vienna, Alois Riegl's Stilfragen represented a turning point in defining art and understanding the sources of its inspiration. Demonstrating an uninterrupted continuity in the history of ornament from the ancient Egyptian through the Islamic period, Riegl argued that the creative urge manifests itself in both "great art" and the most humble artifact, and that change is an inherent part of style. This new translation, which renders Riegl's seminal work in contemporary, readable prose, allows for a fresh reexamination of his thought in light of current revisionist debate." "His discovery of infinite variation in the restatement of several decorative motifs - the palmette, rosette, tendril - led Riegl to believe that art is completely independent from exterior conditions and is beyond individual volition. This thinking laid the groundwork for his famous concept of Kunstwollen, or artistic intention."--BOOK JACKET.
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How many pages are in Problems of style?
This edition of Problems of style has approximately 406 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Problems of style?
For most readers, Problems of style typically takes between 8h 28m and 5h 38m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 101,500 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of Problems of style?
The estimated word count for Problems of style is approximately 101,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Problems of style?
Problems of style was written by Alois Riegl.
When was Problems of style published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1992. The original work may have been published on a different date.